Bale is onside with Spurs, says King as he teaches kids the basics in Hong Kong... and there's a referee masterclass too

Former Tottenham Hotspur defender Ledley King believes Gareth Bale is looking forward to the new season at White Hart Lane despite reports he has agreed a move to Real Madrid.

King, who was in Hong Kong for the Premier League's Premier Skills and Creating Chances scheme, says the Welshman knows how to deal with the speculation while remaining focused on his game.

Insider: King, an ambassador at Spurs, believes Bale is happy at the club

All smiles: King during was in Hong Kong for the Premier Skills and Creating Chances open day

The Premier Skills and Creating Chances tour is on a visit to Hong Kong, and features a number of former players including the recently retired Spurs defender and former Sunderland striker Niall Quinn.

Referee Anthony Taylor was also on hand to teach the youths some refereeing basics with the aim to increase the number of match officials worldwide.

King, who retired from football last summer, is now a club ambassador at Spurs, and claims he knows Bale is happy under Andre Villas-Boas.

Represent: King retired from football through injury last summer, but is still heavily involved with the club

Officials: Referee Anthony Taylor (right) was also in Hong Kong to offer some of his expertise

'The season he had last year was a big part of our achievements, and he knows we'll be looking to do the same this season,' King told Sky Sports News.

'I know Gareth's happy, he's come back in good spirits and I'm hoping he's going to have a good season again.'

King also believes the 24-year-old will take the speculation over his future in his stride.

How to find the net: Niall Quinn was also in Hong Kong for the Premier Skills and Creating Chances skills

'I think you get used to it as a player," he added. "The kind of player he's grown to be, it's something that you have to deal with.

'He's a good lad, he's got a good head on his shoulders and he knows the main thing for him is just to concentrate on his football and the rest will take care of itself.'

Vital: Linesmen are taught the finer points of the game during the Premier Skills and Creating Chances open day

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Ledley King believes Gareth Bale is happy at Tottenham Hotspur this season despite Real Madrid speculation